Heinz Guderian Quotes


New weapons require new tactics. Never put new wine into old bottles.


Citations

Guderian, Heinz. Achtung-Panzer! The Development of Armoured Forces, Their Tactics and Operational Potential. Translated by Christopher Duffy, Arms and Armour Press, 1992.

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Heinz Guderian
Heinz Guderian
  • Born: June 17, 1888
  • Died: May 14, 1954
  • Nationality: German
  • Profession: Soldier

Heinz Wilhelm Guderian was a German general during World War II who, after the war, became a successful memoirist. An early pioneer and advocate of the "blitzkrieg" approach, he played a central role in the development of the panzer division concept. In 1936, he became the Inspector of Motorized Troops.